32 13 060 Removing and Installing/Replacing Power Steering Gear

32 13 060 - Removing and installing (replacing) power steering gear (M3)





Important!
Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Close off pipe connections with plugs.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from fluid reservoir
- Remove reinforcement plate 31 10 010 Removing and installing/replacing reinforcement plate
- Remove both tie rod ends from swivel bearing 32 21 151 Replacing Left or Right Tie Rod
- Replacement only: Remove both tie rod ends from tie rod 32 21 151 Replacing Left or Right Tie Rod
- Remove lower steering spindle from power steering gear 32 31 070 Removing and Installing/Replacing Steering Spindle Lower Section





Release nut (1) for return line (2).

Installation Note:
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 32 41 11AZ [1][2]32 41 Pump and Oil Supply.





Unscrew nut (1) and bolts (2).
Disconnect pressure line (3) from front axle carrier holder.

Installation Note:
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque 32 41 11AZ [1][2]32 41 Pump and Oil Supply.





Release screws (1).
Fold both holders (2) downwards.

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 32 41 11AZ [1][2]32 41 Pump and Oil Supply.





If necessary, remove heat shield from power steering gear.
Disconnect plug connection (1) on Servotronic electrohydraulic converter.
Release banjo bolts (2).
Disconnect pressure line (3) and return line (4) from power steering gear.

Installation Note:
Replace all sealing rings.
Make sure hydraulic lines are laid without tension and with sufficient spacing to adjoining components.
Tightening torque 32 41 9AZ [1][2]32 41 Pump and Oil Supply (pressure line).
Tightening torque 32 41 10AZ [1][2]32 41 Pump and Oil Supply (return line).





Release nuts and remove screws (1) towards bottom.
Remove power steering gear towards front.

Installation Note:
Replace screws and nuts.
Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ Steering.





After installation:
- Fill and bleed hydraulic system
- Check pipe connections for leaks
- Perform chassis alignment check
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment Adjustments